An Ode to the SundemsTheirs are the faces behind the busiest corner in town,with gas pumps, movies, candy and coffee,they make their sales without ever wearing a frown.Orv’s jolly personality, even when the temperatures fall,makes stopping for gas at the station,a joyful delight for residents big and small.As Bonnie takes our cash,she is always warm and welcoming,with plenty to say before patrons make a dash.Last week, folks seeking their service,were met with a sign of temporary closing,needless to say the town was nervous.Without their tales, their help, their laughter,how would we survive without this star couple?Who would heat our homes, pump our gas and make us happier?When the doors remained locked another day,I realized pumping my gas was up to me,Without Orv’s help and Bonnie’s sweet voice, there was no other way.Life continued without their help,but not with the same pleasure andnot without at least several hundred people uttering a yelp.Together, they are Hills’ heroes,constantly putting us before themselves,with few complaints and vacation days usually totaling zero.Last week, when they hung up that sign and left town,they left behind adoring fanswho missed them sunup to sundown.A much-deserved vacation they took.We all want them rested and happy,for life without them was a terrifying look.Story ideas or comments can be e-mailed to Lexi Moore atlexim@star-herald.com or called in at 962-3561.